Attractions

There's so many things to see here in Ilfracombe. Why not start at the Ilfracombe Aquarium - an award winning, all-weather fun, educational attraction located at the Old Lifeboat House on the Pier at the end of the Quay. Here you can also sit, relax and enjoy refreshments at the Pier Cafe or Cafe' Deck with unrivalled views.

Visit the famous historic Tunnels Beaches, a truly unique attraction with its network of hand carved tunnels leading to sheltered beaches and a Victorian bathing pool. Read extensive history information throughout the site – including hilarious guides to Victorian etiquette for boys, girls and for when boating with ladies!

Take a trip out on the Ilfracombe Princess to see the splendour of the coast from the sea and experience our wildlife out in the water.

Visit the Larkstone Cafe and Leisure Park where the whole family can spend a day playing lawn games such as Bowls, Croquet, Tennis and Putting, or 9 holes of Golf on the adjacent Pitch and Putt course with its breathtaking views of the Harbour and Seafront, and enjoy a spot of lunch or a cream tea!

Larkstone is situated at the base of Hillsborough Nature reserve, a walk over which will provide you with the most amazing views of Ilfracombe and the lovely harbour. Walk over the hill to Hele Bay with its beautiful cove and follow the signs for The Hele Corn Mill, a working corn mill which you can explore and then enjoy afternoon tea at their tea room.

Come and take a guided tour of Chambercombe Manor an 11th century manor house on the outskirts of Ilfracombe, which is gaining a reputation as one of the most haunted houses in Britain. There are over 4 acres of lovely gardens, water features and woodland walks for you to enjoy, and the Lady Jane tea rooms offer scrumptious cream teas and refreshments.

Ilfracombe is fast gaining a reputation as a centre for arts and crafts, not just in North Devon but in the wider region as well, with something to suit all tastes and pockets. Many of the galleries host exhibitions and 'meet the artist' events throughout the year and some can be seen working at their craft.

Damien Hirst's Verity on the harbour is a stunning piece of public art and is joined by other permanent art which has been created over the years.